Brooks Men's Beast '20 Supportive Running Shoe

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Blue/Grey/Peacoat
Size Chart
US Shoe Size
Brand SizeUK SizeEurope
5437.5
5.54.538
6538.5
6.55.539
7640
7.56.540.5
8741
8.57.542
9842.5
9.58.543
10944
10.59.544.5
111045
11.510.545.5
121146
12.511.546.5
131247.5
141348.5
151449.5
161550.5

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Care instructions
Machine Wash
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Made in USA or Imported
Outer material
Fabric
Closure type
Lace-Up

About this item

  • THIS MEN'S SHOE IS FOR: The Beast ’20 is perfect for runners who want to turn up the dial on support, cushioning, and comfort. Runners who prefer a little extra space in the forefoot may find these to be a perfect match. This Brooks Beast 20 is a certified PDAC A5500 Diabetic shoe and has been granted the APMA Seal of Acceptance.
  • SUPER-SOFT CUSHIONING: The DNA LOFT cushioning provides a soft, luxurious feeling underfoot without losing responsiveness or durability.
  • ENHANCED FIT: Enjoy comfort front to back with a spacious yet secure fit thanks to an engineered-mesh upper and conformable embroidered saddle.
  • NEW LOOK: Embroidered saddle and eyestay create a modern look and strategic structure.
  • HOLISTIC SUPPORT: We've shifted our focus beyond the feet to the most injury-prone part of a runner's body: the knees. GuideRails support keeps you moving comfortably by keeping excess movement in check.
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Beast '20
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Glycerin StealthFit GTS20
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Support or Neutral Support Neutral Neutral Neutral Support
Experience Level Cushion Level 2 of 3 Cushion Level 2 of 3 Cushion Level 3 of 3 Energize Level 3 of 3 Speed Level 1 of 3
Experience Description Soft and protective Soft and protective Soft and protective Responsive and springy Fast and streamlined
Best For Walking, Road Running Soft Landings, Long Runs Long Distance, Treadmill, Road Long Distance, Speed, Track Road Running, Speed Workouts
Midsole Drop 12mm 12mm 10mm 8mm 10mm
Weight 11.7oz / 331.7g 9.8oz / 277.8g 9.7oz / 275.0g 9.9oz / 280.1g 8.6oz / 243.8g
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  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 15 x 6 inches; 1.9 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1103274E
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 20, 2019
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Brooks
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07VFVW5W4
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 5,653 ratings

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the weight, appearance, fit and comfort of the shoes. For example, they mention that it's very light, has some amount of style and that it fits true to size. Some appreciate the support, quality, and flat foot. That said, opinions are mixed on value.

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416 customers mention353 positive63 negative

Customers like the comfort of the shoes. They mention that they are well cushioned, supportive, and durable. Some say that the shoes are snug but not stifling. They also appreciate the lateral support and sole.

"...It is very rigid/stiff and not painfully squishy like the old shoes...." Read more

"...the sweet spot, for my Fred Flinstone feet anyways, of the perfect combination of comfort, support, durability, about $100-120, and have some amount..." Read more

"...VERY supportive, and yet somehow remarkably comfortable as if they were molded specifically for my feet...." Read more

"...Very comfortable, and great for people with mild-moderate mobility issues ie diabetes or neuropathy...." Read more

351 customers mention256 positive95 negative

Customers like the quality of the shoes. They say they are well-made, hold up very well, and are dependable and comfortable. They also mention that the shoes have great reinforcement in the back and are perfect for all conditions.

"...It no longer falls apart if you get caught in the rain or severely sweat during a run...." Read more

"...feet anyways, of the perfect combination of comfort, support, durability, about $100-120, and have some amount of style but not too loud...." Read more

"Brooks’ sneakers are fantastic. I’ve gotten 3 pairs in the last year. I have weak ankles and bad ligaments in one...." Read more

"...I've only worn them for like 3 months and they're already worn all the way out." Read more

181 customers mention138 positive43 negative

Customers like the fit of the shoes. For example, they mention that it fits true to size, accommodates large orthotics, and is comfortable. Some say that the shoes are good for big men and have plenty of space for toes.

"These shoes are excellent fitting-but reading other reviews went up in size from 12-121/2...." Read more

"...The fit has been consistent for many years. That makes ordering easy. I weigh nearly 300 lbs and I’m hard on shoes. The Beast stands up well." Read more

"These are a great shoe for a large person that needs support. I use them for walking. My podiatrist thinks they are a great shoe." Read more

"...wore out, I tried a pair of the new '23 version and found them to be very tight and uncomfortable...." Read more

132 customers mention106 positive26 negative

Customers like the support provided by the shoes. They say it provides great foot and body support, great arch support, and is the most supportive athletic shoe they have evaluated. Some customers also mention that the shoes fit well and provide good support at just the right tension. Overall, most are happy with the support they receive from the shoes and recommend them to others.

"...It gives support at just the right tension so it feels like you are just running and not having to put up with some sort of material...." Read more

"...Fred Flinstone feet anyways, of the perfect combination of comfort, support, durability, about $100-120, and have some amount of style but not too..." Read more

"...They have a lot of support, and like the other sneakers I’ve gotten from Brooks, they are very light, which is so nice! Awesome sneaker!" Read more

"...They support my knees beautifully (both have been replaced), but now the Beasts also cradle and support my feet in a way that can only be described..." Read more

57 customers mention45 positive12 negative

Customers like the appearance of the shoes. They say they have some amount of style, and are comfortable. They also appreciate the grey color and say it's nice for everyday wear.

"...of comfort, support, durability, about $100-120, and have some amount of style but not too loud. I don't need or want neon...." Read more

"The shoes look good on the feet and are comfortable...but wishes they were wider!" Read more

"This shoe is great from morning until end of day. My foot is wide so the X-wide works great in my normal size.." Read more

"...Great material and support overall. The impressive look of these shoes and support to my forefoot makes thee shoes keepers." Read more

46 customers mention36 positive10 negative

Customers like the weight of the shoe. For example, they say it's very light, without giving up the support they expect from this shoe. Some mention that the laces seem lighter than on their previous shoes. Overall, most are satisfied with the weight and stability of the product.

"...and like the other sneakers I’ve gotten from Brooks, they are very light, which is so nice! Awesome sneaker!" Read more

"...PS - Tread is deep and seems lugged almost for trail running. Like all-season tires, they appear perfect for all conditions...." Read more

"...The laces seem lighter (frailer), than on my previous shoes, but maybe it's weight savings? I'll have to see how they wear, but I'm hoping well!..." Read more

"...Next I got a Adrenaline # 21. They are lighter and a good running shoe...." Read more

32 customers mention29 positive3 negative

Customers find the shoes excellent for flat feet, providing great support. They say the shoes are comfortable and work for their foot anatomy. Some customers also mention that the shoes keep their feet neutral and comfortable during walks.

"...Working out in them is fantastic. Great support, they don't feel like anything other than a supportive shoe while working out...." Read more

"...My foot is wide so the X-wide works great in my normal size.." Read more

"...A great running has to be a great walking shoe. They keep feet neutral and comfortable during my walks...." Read more

"...I’m not disappointed in this latest pair. Great shoes for people with flat feet" Read more

89 customers mention45 positive44 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the shoes. Some mention they're well-made and worth the price, while others say they'd be better off with cheaper shoes.

"...No complaints of foot pain, at all. Great buy, especially those who need size Wide." Read more

"...We’ll see. But so far they are pretty decent. Though a little pricey for something I don’t expect will last long." Read more

"...Great price!" Read more

"...The shoes are pricey, but worth every penny for someone buying them for the same purpose." Read more

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Run small!
I read reviews that they ran true to size, so I ordered my usual. They were too small. I ordered a half size larger... still too small... ordered a full size larger...I thought that was the right fit. But after almost a month, it was obvious that they still weren't fitting well in the toe. I ended up getting size 14s when I usually wear 12s. I love the arch and feel of the shoes. Just plan on getting larger than your normal size!
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Top reviews from the United States

Nathan Lawrence
5.0 out of 5 stars Brooks upped thier game
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2023
Size: 12 WideColor: Blue/Grey/PeacoatVerified Purchase
I have been running for about 25 years. I purchased the Beast shoe back in 03 or so, and it was a good shoe but lasted about only 6 months until it gets wet. Then it just fell apart. After that experience, I would no longer pay 130$ + for shoes because you could get something at Walmart for cheap that would last about that long.
Fast forward 20 years to today, everything about this shoe has gotten better. It no longer falls apart if you get caught in the rain or severely sweat during a run. They no longer festoon the shoe with silly painted on designs that wear off after one day of use.
The number one reason this shoe gets a 10 in my book is because of the cushioning, mainly the material they use to build the entire part of the shoe under the foot. It is very rigid/stiff and not painfully squishy like the old shoes. It gives support at just the right tension so it feels like you are just running and not having to put up with some sort of material. I am at about 8 months jogging with this shoe and it still performs like new, and im not just saying that.
Another issue they fixed is that the padding matieral behind the ankle would always wear out and expose hard plastic parts within the shoe that would eventually make the ankle bleed and render the shoe useless. So far this Beast 20 is not succumbing to that, which is usually a design flaw in all running shoes to this day.
Its breathable, flexible, and stiff. I am not interested in trying thier 23 version, as they usually change the "LAST" with each iteration for some stupid reason.
Brooks nailed the perfect running/jogging shoe, and I hope they sell the 2020 beast for many years to come.
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Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars 45 Years Later... I'm Back to Brooks!
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
Size: 10 WideColor: Blue/Grey/PeacoatVerified Purchase
I used to have for decades another major shoe brand that I bought repeatedly. Mostly it was because of the availability of Size E or EE or even 4E.

Brooks has found the sweet spot, for my Fred Flinstone feet anyways, of the perfect combination of comfort, support, durability, about $100-120, and have some amount of style but not too loud. I don't need or want neon.

The Beast is becoming one of the best walking and running shoes I've purchased. Right after I put these shoes on my feet I knew instantly they were The One!

Give them a try.
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Kir
5.0 out of 5 stars Very comfortable and supportive
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024
Size: 9Color: Black/Ebony/GreyVerified Purchase
Brooks’ sneakers are fantastic. I’ve gotten 3 pairs in the last year. I have weak ankles and bad ligaments in one. I feel very balanced and steady on my feet in these. I think it’s due to the soles? Whatever the reason, I feel so much more stable and haven’t turned either ankle since I got them! They have a lot of support, and like the other sneakers I’ve gotten from Brooks, they are very light, which is so nice! Awesome sneaker!
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Jennifer M. Coradi
5.0 out of 5 stars Extreme Comfort, Extreme Support, Great Build
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2023
Size: 10.5Color: Blue/Grey/PeacoatVerified Purchase
Review by Bob: I have had several pairs of Beasts since the turn of century due to recommendations from a top-notch running shop for my bad knees (Im not a runner). Having developed some foot issues over those years, I left Beasts for a slightly softer, more neutral shoe. Its been maybe 5-6 years since then and I am back to the Beasts — this time with a vengeance! From the moment I slipped into these 20’s, I knew they were right. I don’t know if its me or the shoes, but I am in love! They support my knees beautifully (both have been replaced), but now the Beasts also cradle and support my feet in a way that can only be described as “gently firm”. VERY supportive, and yet somehow remarkably comfortable as if they were molded specifically for my feet. I hate that shoemakers always change models, so I ordered a second pair asap.
Brooks, please keep making this one - you may have just found perfection.
PS - Tread is deep and seems lugged almost for trail running. Like all-season tires, they appear perfect for all conditions.
PPS - The trim around the foot opening looks and feels extremely well made. Like the rest of shoe, it’s the perfect combination of solidity and softness.
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Mike Langreck
4.0 out of 5 stars Wide but weighty.
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024
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These shoes are excellent fitting-but reading other reviews went up in size from 12-121/2. Very comfortable, and great for people with mild-moderate mobility issues ie diabetes or neuropathy. Only downside is they tend to be heavy to walk around in. Would definitely buy again.
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Brinks
5.0 out of 5 stars Supportive and Comfortable
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2024
Size: 9 WideColor: Blue/Grey/PeacoatVerified Purchase
I have worn these shoes for several years and really liked them. When they wore out, I tried a pair of the new '23 version and found them to be very tight and uncomfortable. Luckily I was able to still find a pair of '20 shoes and they are perfect. Don't understand why shoe manufacturers feel the need to change each version that comes out when they already have a great shoe.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Consistent fit
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2024
Size: 12.5 WideColor: Peacoat/Midnight/RedVerified Purchase
This is the fourth pair of Brooks Beast I’ve owned. The fit has been consistent for many years. That makes ordering easy. I weigh nearly 300 lbs and I’m hard on shoes. The Beast stands up well.
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kkierii
5.0 out of 5 stars Great walking/running shoes.
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2024
Size: 10 X-WideColor: Peacoat/Midnight/RedVerified Purchase
My husband wore these when he was an avid runner and returned to Brooks again for our Korea trip. We walked well over 3+ miles every day and he wore the Brooks exclusively during our trip. No complaints of foot pain, at all. Great buy, especially those who need size Wide.
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Vincent F Restuccia
4.0 out of 5 stars Very comfortable.
Reviewed in Canada on October 15, 2021
Size: 8.5 X-WideColor: Black/Ebony/GreyVerified Purchase
I have a wide foot and this shoe is very comfortable.
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Star WarsŽler
5.0 out of 5 stars Die besten Schuhe
Reviewed in Germany on February 29, 2024
Size: 11 WideColor: Blue/Grey/PeacoatVerified Purchase
Für meine Füße die besten Schuhe, die ich jemals hatte. Ich bin relativ schwer(rund 110 KG) und hatte bei Sportschuhen immer das Problem, dass mir die Ferse weh tat. Mit diesen Schuhen habe ich jahrelang Sport gemacht und mich bewegt und es war überhaupt nichts. Fast nach zwei Jahren ist mir auf Höhe der Zehngelenke der Stoff dort gerissen(allerdings habe ich die Schuhe auch stark gebraucht)und ich bin erst einmal auf andere Schuhe "ausgewichen". Naja und jetzt fing es mit der Ferse wieder an - direkt neu bei Brooks bestellt. Kann ich nur empfehlen, ich werden dabei bleiben!
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Peter H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Ich liebe meine brooks !
Reviewed in Germany on November 8, 2023
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Die allerbesten Laufschuhe für Läufer mit etwas mehr Masse ! Gilt einschränkend aber nur für die beast 18 sowie beast 20 ! ...und wie bei allen Brooks, sie fallen klein aus ! Immer min. 1 Grösse mehr nehmen und wenn angeboten, die grössere Weite nehmen. der normale Leisten ist eher schmal.
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M00nbeam
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 20, 2023
Size: 8.5Color: Black/Ebony/GreyVerified Purchase
I bought the men's version of these shoes as the women's colours are horrendous or my chosen size is never available.
The black and white are good for wearing daily with different outfits.
These are amazing if you have any foot issues. Very supportive and comfortable.
They were recommended by a podiatrist for different foot and ankle problems I have.
The only downsides are the price. There is no way I could afford to change them as often as I should and the bloody awful colour combinations.
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Dott. Michele De Simone studio
1.0 out of 5 stars Attenti pianta 4E Extralarge
Reviewed in Italy on August 17, 2023
Size: 9 X-WideColor: Black/Ebony/GreyVerified Purchase
Le rimando indietro, ero convinto che fossero pianta D normale.. la pianta extralarge è per piedi inuduali. Comunque 1 stella poiché non l'hanno scritto ed hanno giocato sull'ingenuità della gente
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